Bhubaneswar: Odisha government on Tuesday appointed former Mumbai Police Commissioner Arup Patnaik as the executive chairman of Odisha Youth Welfare Board (OYWB).
As the executive chairman of the Board, the former Mumbai Police chief will look after the 'Biju Yuva Bahini' programme, which was launched with an objective to nurture leadership and volunteerism, promote sports and sportsmanship, and healthy living among the youth of the state.
Arup had joined the ruling BJD on April 18.
Arup Patnaik has been given the rank and status of a Minister of State, a statement issued by the Chief Minister's Office (CMO) read.
Arup Patnaik had worked as the 36th Police Commissioner of Mumbai. He retired on September 30, 2015 after 36 years of service in Maharashtra Police.
Arup Patnaik has received the Indian Police Medal for meritorious service in 1994 and President's Police Medal for distinguished service in the year 2003.